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R237 SLY

1997 Honda C90

Blue Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

23,604 mi
Last recorded23,604 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda C9017,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR237 SLY
MakeHonda
ModelC90
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 23,604 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 23,458 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 23,351 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 23,265 miles

Chain guard missing

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 22,814 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 7 Apr 2012 20,023 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 7 Apr 2012 20,023 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2011 18,254 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 20 Apr 2011 18,154 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2010 17,284 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 15,014 miles

How Reliable is the Honda C90?

Based on 113,520 MOT tests across 16,194 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
396
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
16,194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,049
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,053
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 810
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 782
Drive chain excessively loose 697
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R237 SLY is a 1997 Honda C90 in Blue with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda C90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 17,418 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda C90 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,049 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R237 SLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda C90 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 29 years old, this Honda C90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R237 SLY registered?

R237 SLY is a 1997 Honda C90, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is R237 SLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R237 SLY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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